In a recent 41°N Magazine feature, Rhode Island fisherman and NAMA board president Jason Jarvis is celebrated for his deep roots in his coastal community and his decades-long fight for just, sustainable fisheries.

Raised in a large Bahamian-American family near Mystic, Connecticut, Jarvis learned early to respect marine ecosystems and take only what’s needed. After years as a chef, counselor, and eventually a full-time fisherman, he became a leading voice for small-scale fishers through the North American Marine Alliance and his seafood co-op, Quonnie Fish Company.

Known for his persistence and creativity, Jarvis has helped turn the once-despised invasive green crab into a sought-after local delicacy in Rhode Island, proving that thoughtful stewardship can restore balance to the water and sustain the people who depend on it.

Catch the full story in 41°N Magazine →

Photo of Jason Jarvis by Shley Suarez-Burgos.